Contemporary art galleries - Carré d'artistes
Carré d'artistes is a network of more than 40 art galleries in Europe and around the world.
Since 2001, we have carefully selected works of contemporary art to offer you gems: painting, sculpture and illustration. We support more than 600 artists from here and elsewhere, which allows us to present an international selection of works by artists of today.
Explore our online art gallery or visit one of our Carré d'Artistes stores.
Our gallery owners will be happy to share their passion for art with you and advise you on choosing a work of art that suits you.
What is a Carré d'artistes art gallery?
Carré d'artistes is above all a welcoming and warm space for discovering contemporary art.We are committed to making contemporary art accessible to everyone, initiated or not. Our gallery hosts a selection of works by contemporary artists from France and elsewhere: painters, sculptors and illustrators.
Carré d'artistes collaborates with more than 600 visual artists around the world to offer you a wide range of works of all styles and for all tastes.
We regularly organize exhibitions and vernissages to allow you to meet the artists.
What will you find in our contemporary art galleries?
Our Carré d'artistes gallery specializes in contemporary art. We select original and unique works of painters, sculptors and illustrators to offer you a wide range of works of art. The quality of our works remains our priority. Each of them is examined with care and attention, in order to present the best of contemporary creation in our exhibitions. The art and expertise of Carré d´artistes help you make original choices of works that touch you, move you and stay with you for a long time.Paintings
Our contemporary art gallery Carré d'artistes presents a rich exhibition of contemporary works of painting: abstract, figurative, street art, pop art, singular art and illustration. The artistic techniques are also varied: acrylic, oil, watercolor, mixed media or graffiti.You will have the choice between the many themes approached by our contemporary artists: urban views, landscapes, portraits, nudes, sea views, pop icons, scenes of life, animals, still lifes, minimalist painting or black and white art.
At Carré d'artistes, the works are presented to you in small or large format. There is something for all tastes and all budgets.
The works of sculpture
Our exhibitions offer a wide choice of contemporary art sculptures of all kinds and in various formats:- style: classic, pop art, street art, recycling and singular art;
- technique: resin, bronze, metal, stone, sculptures of diverted objects or mixed media;
- themes: animals, nude, pop art icons;
The works of illustration
The art of illustration uses paint for the creation of works. Some of them also involve gluing or sewing.The illustrations are often very colorful and sometimes take on a childish appearance.
The themes are diverse: animals, surrealism, symbolism or even faces. The mixed technique also makes it possible to obtain a unique artistic rendering.
At Carré d'artistes, discover a wide range of contemporary works of illustration painting.
Do you want to buy an artwork?
Our art curators closely follow contemporary art trends and young talents.They carefully select unique and original works in all artistic styles and for all tastes. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will undoubtedly find what you are looking for at Carré d'artistes from € 95. Our contemporary art gallery supports artists, promising and established talents, in France and around the world in order to make them known to the general public.
Are you an artist?
For 19 years, our contemporary art gallery Carré d'artistes has developed a daily collaboration with more than 600 artists in order to give wide visibility to their works. Thanks to a network of 30 galleries in France, Europe and around the world, the artists we support benefit from a close artistic service with our gallery owners and art curators.Exhibiting with Carré d´artistes is a real consecration for the artist who benefits from an exhibition space in our network of galleries from New York to Beijing via Amsterdam and Paris.
While pursuing your creation, you benefit from promoting your works internationally. Our contemporary art gallery takes care of all the logistics. You have nothing to do.
To exhibit with Carré d'artistes, all you need to do is show us 40 works in a dedicated space (10 works of each size: 13 x 13 cm, 19 x 19 cm, 25 x 25 cm and 36 x 36 cm). Your work thus travels from one Carré d'Artistes gallery to another for a minimum of six months. If you are shortlisted, Carré d'artistes will send you an application to complete and return to us along with 4 original works.
We accept unique and original works with plastic work (digital art is not accepted).
Where to find our galleries in France?
The history of Carré d´artistes began in 2001 with the opening of the first art gallery.This initiative originates from the main idea of making art accessible to as many people as possible. For 19 years, our contemporary art gallery has continued to develop its network to reach today more than 30 art galleries around the world. In France, Carré d´artistes is present throughout the country with 15 galleries which are places of exhibition, vernissage and discovery of contemporary art for all:
- Aquitaine: Bordeaux;
- Brittany: Brest;
- Great East: Strasbourg;
- Île-de-France: Paris (Le Marais, Île-Saint-Louis, St-Germain, Expo and Montmartre);
- Midi-Pyrénées: Toulouse;
- Nord Pas-de-Calais: Lille;
- Provence-Alpes-Côte d´Azur: Aix, Marseille and Nice;
- Rhône-Alpes: Lyon and Lyon Expo.
What is Carré d'artistes?
Carré d'artistes is primarily a space for encountering contemporary art, but also for bringing people together.
Since 2001, our mission has been clear: to make art accessible to everyone, both amateurs and collectors, in welcoming spaces that challenge the norms of traditional art and galleries as we know them.
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Each Carré d'artistes gallery is a vibrant place designed to provoke genuine encounters between contemporary artists, their works, and visitors. Here, we don’t just sell contemporary artworks: we convey emotions, share a story, and create connections through a gaze, a color, or a gesture.
With over 20 years of expertise, we bring together an international network of 600 artists and 40 galleries worldwide. We offer original and (truly) unique works – contemporary paintings and sculptures – at fixed prices, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. We take great pride in offering you quality works to present you with the best of contemporary art.
Discover our online art gallery or visit one of our Carré d'artistes galleries.
Our gallery owners will be happy to share their passion for art with you and advise you on buying a work of art that reflects your personality.
Why choose Carré d'artistes galleries?
Choosing Carré d'artistes means entering a universe where each exhibited work, whether a painting or contemporary sculpture, has been carefully selected by our artistic committee.
- Original paintings: Discover a wide selection of contemporary paintings in various styles and techniques (acrylic, oil, watercolor, or graffiti)
- Sculptures: Our galleries offer a wide variety of sculptures in diverse themes and materials (resin, bronze, metal, stone…)
Thanks to a circular system, the artworks travel between our galleries, constantly renewing the displays and offering everyone the chance to discover unique creations, wherever they are.
Our gallery owners, true bearers of emotions, guide you through your purchasing journey, advising you with expertise and sensitivity.
Throughout the year, our openings and art events allow you to meet the artists, talk to them, and better understand their approach.
And most importantly, here, you have the time: the time to look, to feel, to hesitate, and ultimately to choose a work that deeply touches you.
How and why buy art?
Buying a work of art is much more than a decorative act: it’s a way of expressing your ideas, emotions, and vision of the world. A work of art can transform a space, but more importantly, it has the power to touch, question, and elevate. It nourishes emotional well-being, stimulates creativity in daily life, and enriches the personal culture of the person who welcomes it.
For some, buying art is also a long-term investment: investing in an emerging or established artist means supporting creativity while building personal heritage.
At Carré d'artistes, we are committed to making this experience accessible to everyone. Our prices are fair, transparent, and designed to democratize access to contemporary art without compromising on quality.
Whether you buy for pleasure, inspiration, or for a patrimonial approach, in our galleries you will find a selection of contemporary paintings and authentic artworks, carefully curated, and accompanied by personalized advice for an informed purchase.
I am an artist: How can I apply to Carré d'artistes?
At Carré d'artistes, we support contemporary artists in the long run, with a clear commitment: to allow you to fully dedicate yourself to creation while we take care of everything else. By joining our network, you benefit from personalized support from our artistic team, made up of passionate professionals who assist you at every step: from preparing your exhibitions to following up on the commercial side.
Exhibiting at Carré d'artistes means gaining exceptional visibility, both online and in our 40 galleries worldwide. This way, you reach a wide, international audience without compromising on the quality of your artistic work. Our organization handles the logistics, administrative, and commercial aspects, allowing you more time to focus on your art and providing you with professional, structured, and rewarding working conditions.
Would you like to join the adventure? Submit your application online via our dedicated form. Our artistic committee selects artists throughout the year, with a special focus on uniqueness, the coherence of the work, and the desire to share an emotion.
Where can I find a Carré d'artistes gallery?
With today 40 galleries worldwide, the Carré d'artistes network is constantly expanding to offer you new places to meet.
You can find the list of our art galleries here.
